CobaltItaliano

Was thinking about getting one of these for my 2.2L. Heard great things looking at other threads. Anybody have these for a non SC/TC though and like it?

Also, does it bolt to a stock downpipe? thanks

OBZ

I had one on my 2.2 for years.. worked great! Bolts right up to stock dp I recommend at least getting a stock ss/sc dp though or you won't see much gain. Oh and FYI they won't fit an SS/TC

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

You mean SS/SC.

Yes, it will bolt up to your stock downpipe, but it is pointless due to the size of your stock downpipe. The badmab header has a 3" collector, and for best flow you will want to match it up with an aftermarket downpipe. Since youre a 2.2L, find a used stock LSJ downpipe if you are trying to keep cost down. That will be better than bolting the header to your actual stock downpipe.

dillw33d

iTrader: (1)

I think he means on a non-Forced induction SS/or an ls/lt

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

I understand that.

I was correcting him because he said SS/TC. He meant to say SS/SC there. At least I hope he did.

Phyrric

Mine pushed my aftermarket exhaust back a little, and a burned a little of the bumper but you can only see if it your laying down on the ground, other then that, my car is loud as **** at WOT, no huge sound change otherwise

huckernage

i love mine but......the finish is not excellent.

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

That's odd.

The Badmab header is a direct replacement header. It fits just like the stock manifold.

What downpipe do you have on your car? That is more likely the cause rather than the header.

Here's an installed shot of my Badmab header:

CobaltItaliano

I just meant non supercharged/turbocharged version. lol. just didnt want to write non ss/sc ss/tc twice like that lol

CobaltItaliano

Thats what I was talking to my bro about last night. The header wont really make a difference with a small downpipe. Are the LSJ downpipes the same size (length-wise and bolt pattern wise) as the LS? Also, if I upgraded the downpipe, He said a high-flow cat-converter would be A1, but I wouldnt pass emissions here in WI???

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

SS/TC's would never be able to use a shorty header.

That's what I was getting at. I was busting you man

What you should have said is non SS/SC's if you didnt want information from a forced induction model.

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

Yes, the LSJ downpipe is the same length as long as you have a manual trans.

The LSJ's stock downpipe already comes with a high flow cat, and will be an improvement over your stock downpipe.

Zero6LS

i would get an aftermarket dp tho since ur already gonna be taking the stock one off.

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

As would I.

I was just listing an alternative low cost option for him. It's nice to know all your options ya know?

CobaltItaliano

...Auto trans...

With that high-flow cat though would i pass emmissions?

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

As long as you dont throw a code.

but there are 2 ways to prevent that:

1. Have the rear O2 sensor tuned out.

or

2. Purchase an angled 02 sensor bung.

CobaltItaliano

I also don't want to be annoyingly loud. Already have a Tsudo catback. How much louder does it get?

Staged07SS

iTrader: (25)

90% of your sound comes from your catback.

The header doesnt really make it much louder.

If you get an aftermarket downpipe, or LSJ downpipe it will get a touch louder.

cobalt2010

i have the bad mab header, lsj downpipe, tsudo catback combo on my car. i can make a vid an upload it here if you wish

NewLS22

This

CobaltItaliano

agreed. please...

BlackARCA06

iTrader: (5)

Will the Bad mab header, and LSJ DP hook right up to my stock exhaust with no problems even though im auto?

olivecj

The answer is yes!

HyperMuffin

It will be a pain in the ass. The automatic engine on the cobalt sits farther up so the downpipe from an LSJ doesn't fit as well. I have an LSJ DP on my 2.2 auto but it was a pain to get on and it has a small exhaust leak.

TurboTechRacing

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The Auto engine sits forward about 1" more compared to the manual.